El-Hadji Diouf has officially become the most deluded footballer

Once again, El-Hadji Diouf is searching for some spotlight as he makes a sequence of audacious claims on French television. It seems that the Senegalese man won’t let go of a rivalry which he has elicited with Steven Gerrard; he may even dislike him more than Manchester United fans.

“When I arrived [at Liverpool] I showed him he was nothing at all. He was nothing at all.

“[he] was afraid of looking into my eyes””

El Hadji Diouf

What?! You feeling ok, pal?!

When Diouf strolled onto Melwood in 2002 as a ‘god’, well, he did in his own head; yeah, yeah, you assisted the winning goal against France (the world champions at the time) for his country, Senegal. And this proved to be a contribution which went to the player’s head like no other. The Senegalese forward felt that he was untouchable, funny that, when looking how his career went after moving on from Liverpool.

But, these comments following Stevie G’s retirement, just prove what an asbolute first-class donkey the bloke is. And of course, some of the old Anfield faithful have come striaght to Gerrard’s defence…

Diouf talking again ?Zzzzz.. Like Gerrard was afraid of looking into his eyes and talking to him?Yeah good one dude. 50/50 tackle please

Diouf claiming that Gerrard was afraid of looking into his eyes, he could actually be the bloody African Joey Barton. For a player who had such a non-existent goal scoring record as a forward, he sure had a lot to say, and apparently still does. Riise proposes an interesting way to settle the feud – a 50/50 tackle – which would probably be the football equivalent of a western gun duel.

There would only be one winner in that scenario really, but why does Diouf insist on this feud anyway? It seems that it’s been going on for over a decade now, surely retirement would see the end of it! The only spotlight which will be brought to light is the comparison between his and the Liverpool man’s career, which are complete polar opposites. As a small measure, in 2013, Diouf was playing in England’s second tier, Gerrard was doing this…

Whether you are a Liverpool fan or not, anyone can see here that Diouf is being ridiculous. The former Doncaster Rovers and Rangers man is trying to be controversial for attention – ahem, we know some pundits like that – and it isn’t fooling any football fans. Football fans, regardless of rivalry, can recognise and appreciate world-class talent, just as silly as it would be for Liverpool fans to dismiss the talents of the likes of Paul Scholes and Frank Lampard, everyone can agree that Diouf is being a bitter fool.

Thankfully for Senegal, their reputation as a footballing nation won’t be tarnished by the behaviour of one player; mainly because they have produced many great footballers, including Africa’s best player today – Sadio Mane. If he continues his current form, he’ll probably end up with a statue.

Take a look at the nine times Steven Gerrard made football perfect…

2001, England 5-1 Germany

It's always sweet when you get one over on your bitter rivals - but when it's England beating Germany, there's just something extra special about that.
In an absolute demolition, Steven Gerrard featured with a lovely goal from outside the box to give The Three Lions the lead. Sweet, sweet victory once again.
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2001, Treble

It may not have been the treble Liverpool desired, but three trophies in one year - that's damn impressive.
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2005, winner against Olympiakos

At Anfield, facing a Champions League exit and once again the man who defies logic writes another chapter into his historic story.
If this goal and the reaction from the crowd doesn't send chills down your spine, then check your pulse.
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2005, Champions League Final

It speaks for itself. Greatness. History. All that good shit. Gerrard's header led the comeback and destiny took care of the rest.
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2006, FA Cup Final

Minutes remaining, Liverpool 3-2 down against West Ham and everyone in a red shirt breaking down from sheer exhaustion.
Step right-up, Captain Fantastic, to smash in an absolute belter and take the game to extra time. Vintage, Stevie G.
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2012, Liverpool 3-0 Everton

10th anniversary for David Moyes, 400th Premier League appearance for Steven Gerrard. There was only ever going to be one winner - and a hat-trick rubber stamped that with emphasis. Still the kings of Merseyside.
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2014, FIFA World Cup

Now this one may be a tad confusing, but stay with it. Whilst England didn't exactly thrive in Brazil (we were shite), it was the final competition in which Steven Gerrard captained his country. A whole nation was behind the midfielder and that in itself is a sensational achievement.
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2015, MLS Debut

Who gives a shit about how old Steven Gerrard was or is - it never mattered. In his MLS debut the Liverpool legend scored and assisted for former teammate Robbie Keane in a 5-2 triumph over San Jose Earthquakes.
That's how you make a statement.
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“This does not ******* slip now”

Save the best until last. This moment was full of passion, heart, and everything that made Stevie G who he is today. We all know what it led too and we all know the cruel irony of this, but fuck it, at this point in time it was still great.
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